Picket claims Morelli has harassed, stalked and threatened her and her family. In one instance, she said he challenged a male companion to fight at a Fairview Township restaurant — an incident that was partially recorded.

The recording surfaced Thursday and was obtained by local media.

Morelli countered that the allegations are “nonsense” and “politically motivated.”

While the temporary order is in effect, Morelli is barred from having any contact with Pickett or her family and is to surrender any weapons to the county sheriff.

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